Couple pursues dream restoring Guttenberg riverfront complex
Jeff Dolan and Lori Wallace own River Park Place in Guttenberg, converting four adjacent Mississippi River buildings into five studio apartments and a penthouse. The project aims to provide extended stay lodging for visitors while renovations continue. Dolan’s career in petroleum ended in 2007 before he pursued the restoration.
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River Park Place turns historic complex into rental and events hub
Dolan and wife convert a historic multi-building complex into River Park Place offering short and long term apartments with themed units and in unit utilities. A 40 seat conference center with a commercial kitchen backs their plan for events, catering and community engagement. Lori runs a local cafe and assists with event service and decor while Jeff promotes community outreach through rentals and partnerships.
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Coralville professor Chris Turner runs for City Council
University of Iowa professor and researcher Chris Turner announced a bid for Coralville City Council. He promotes fiscal restraint and responsible stewardship of tax dollars while backing economic growth with shared burdens. Turner cites his research work on cochlear implants and he seeks to improve Coralville’s financial standing. He filed for the November 5 election ahead of the Sept 19 deadline. Laurie Goodrich, Matt Adams, and John Lundell also announced campaigns for local offices.
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Allergens Strike Pets Across Cedar Rapids Area
Ragweed levels in Eastern Iowa trigger allergic reactions in pets, with 30 to 50 percent of dogs visiting Cedar Rapids veterinarians showing allergy related symptoms. Vets report dogs itching licking and scratching, some cats affected, and some animals with new pollen sensitivity this season. Iowa ragweed season runs mid August to mid September, peaking around Labor Day.
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Linn County to use five vote centers for school board election
Linn County Auditor plans a five center voting approach for the Cedar Rapids School District election to cut costs and reduce confusion. Centers include Metro, Jefferson, Kennedy, Washington high schools and the Educational Leadership and Support Center on Edgewood Road.
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